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Britain Is Weighing a Social Media Ban for Children. How Did It Get Here?
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11 hours ago • techcrunch.com
These are the countries moving to ban social media for children
Australia was the first country to issue a ban in late 2025, aiming to reduce the pressures and risks that young users may face on social media, including cyberbullying, social media addiction, and exposure to predators.
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The New York Times - Technology
1 day ago • nytimes.com
Britain Is Weighing a Social Media Ban for Children. How Did It Get Here?
Months after Australia banned social media for everyone under 16, the British government is considering new policies to keep children safe online.
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